Source-Verified Data

Georgia Veterinary
CE Requirements

Georgia requires 30 hours of CE every 2 years (sos.ga.gov). 2 hrs Georgia LEAP (laws, rules, professionalism) per biennium — must be in-person or live interactive webinar. 18 of 30 hours must be scientific subject matter. Max 15 hrs interactive computer courses. Max 3 hrs journal studies. Max 6 hrs in-house training.

Verified Feb 18, 2026 sos.ga.gov ↗

Requirements change; always confirm with the board. We cite primary sources and show last verification date.

30 hours every 2 yrs
30
Total Hours
1
2yr
Cycle
Unlimited
Live Interactive
3 hrs
Self-Study Cap

Delivery Methods

Unlimited (for in-person)
Unlimited

In-person seminars, conferences. LEAP can also be via live interactive webinar.

Max 15 hours
Max 15 hrs

Interactive computer-generated courses

Max 12 hours
Max 12 hrs

18 of 30 hours must be scientific subject matter

Max 3 hours
Max 3 hrs

Journal studies with follow-up testing

Mandatory Topics

Georgia LEAP (Laws, Rules & Professionalism) — 2 hrs/biennium

What Counts as CE in Georgia

Accepted Formats
  • ✓ Live lectures, conferences, wet labs
  • ✓ Live interactive webinars
  • ✓ RACE-approved online courses
  • ⚠ Self-study (3 hrs cap)
Rules & Policies
  • ✗ No carryover — excess hours don't roll over
  • ✓ RACE accepted — Vet On It is Provider #50-29055

Compare with Other States

StateHoursCycleCarryoverStatus
Georgia302 yearsNo✓ Verified
Alabama201 yearsNo✓ Verified
Florida302 yearsNo✓ Verified
North Carolina201 yearsNo✓ Verified
South Carolina302 yearsNo✓ Verified

Sources & Citations

  1. 1
    "Each veterinarian...must obtain thirty (30) hours of Board approved continuing education per biennium for license renewal" — GA Rule 700-7-.03(a)(1) View source ↗
  2. 2
    One (1) hour may be given for each 50 minutes of contact time. Seminars are composed of lectures or labs. No cap on live in-person or live interactive attendance. — GA R. 700-7-.03(b)(4)(i) View source ↗
  3. 3
    "Fifteen (15) hours of interactive computer generated courses will be allowed" — GA Rule 700-7-.03(b)(4)(ii) View source ↗
  4. 4
    "Eighteen (18) of the thirty (30) hours must include scientific subject matter" — GA Rule 700-7-.03(a)(1)(ii) View source ↗
  5. 5
    "Three (3) hours can be for journal studies where follow-up testing is required" — GA Rule 700-7-.03(b)(4)(ii) View source ↗
Data compiled by Vet On It CE (RACE Provider #50-29055). Verified against primary Georgia regulatory sources on Feb 18, 2026. This page is for informational purposes only. Always confirm with the sos.ga.gov.

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Vet On It CE. (2026). Georgia veterinary CE requirements. Vet On It CE Requirements. https://vetonitce.org/ce-requirements/georgia/
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Georgia's veterinary CE requirements?
Georgia requires 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years. Mandatory topics: Georgia LEAP (Laws, Rules & Professionalism) (2 hrs/biennium). 2 hrs Georgia LEAP (laws, rules, professionalism) per biennium — must be in-person or live interactive webinar. 18 of 30 hours must be scientific subject matter. Max 15 hrs interactive computer courses. Max 3 hrs journal studies. Max 6 hrs in-house training.
Does Georgia accept online CE for veterinarians?
Max 15 hours interactive computer-generated courses + 3 hours journal studies. 2 hours LEAP must be in-person or live interactive webinar. Remaining hours must be in-person seminars/conferences. ~60% remote max.
What mandatory CE topics does Georgia require?
Georgia requires: Georgia LEAP (Laws, Rules & Professionalism) (2 hrs/biennium).
Does Georgia allow CE hour carryover?
No. Georgia does not allow carryover. Excess hours earned in one cycle are lost.

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